I moisturize my hair and try to treat it like it is loose. I condition my hair as. Our hair still needs moisture and protein because hair grows from the scalp so it's what we put inside our bodies.
Hey sis, my name is also Ifeyinwa ☺️☺️.This season God is calling you to a deeper relationship with you, a season where you grow in love for Him, His word and fellowship with His people. God bless you and your channel❤❤
A moisturizing shampoo will clean and moisturize your hair. And a clarifying shampoo isn’t necessary because you don’t use any heavy products that cause buildup. So you’re just essentially stripping your hair of its moisture.
I feel your pain, I have traditional locs so they aren’t as small as yours but when I notice even a little thinning, I’m heart broken, I immediately take out my tool and repair it asap so it doesn’t break off. 👍🏿. I started my locs a few months before you did so I will be 3 years in May 2024 but it has been a journey for me also, we learn as we go and share with others. Thank you for sharing❤
I wondered if it was stress too as that affect my hair. I lost my first loc a few weeks ago but my loctician said it was because of my glasses - it was right next to where I’d put them on / take them off.
We really have to figure out what works for our hair. Locticians should not be giving universal advice. Generally, what your hair needed before locs, it still needs.
I’m currently 5 years into microloca and also struggled with locs breaking in the years 1-3. I think stress and getting sick affect my locs quite a bit. I can always tell when I went through a rough patch or was sick looking at the length of my locs. I think also using a suitable shampoo helps- something clarifying but not stripping. Design Essentials Oat and Henna Deep Cleansing shampoo is the HG but it’s kind of pricey now that my hair is longer and thicker so I use Aveeno ACV instead but not at all the same… the Design Essentials rescued my hair. And actually, I might go back to it. I think all in all it’s a lot of trial and error. Definitely save your locs for reattachment. And don’t worry, you’ll find a routine that works for you.
I love your hair up, so classy. I have lost around 10 locs I did them myself and thought the more I have the fuller my hair will be so I lost alot from the back because they were just too small and also I was going 2 months without a retie I like the more fuzzy look. I was actually going to cut my hair, still might do and just be natural but they seem to just be getting better and better I'm 4 years in and have some length as well so I'm not sure what to do. I'm going to wait until the end of the year and see how I feel.
I have been loc'd for a year. I get a retie every six-weeks. I wash my ad condition my hair every three-weeks. I use a leave-in and mouse after every wash. I spritz with water when needed. A retie schedule is a must for micro loc or your hair with thin.
I literally just got my locs established yesterday, your locs were my inspiration ❤ thank you so much for sharing this, now I can be mindful going forward as well 🤗
Hey girl, hey! You're looking beautiful! I think loc loss is just a part of the game. I think for me I found waiting too long between reties was my issue. (I'm 2.5 years in)
Thank you sis for saying that. I mean what hairstyle doesn't lose a little hair at some point? I've started my micro locs a week ago and so far so good 😊 If not along the way it will be buzz cut time and will start over with an Amber Rose look! 😅
I have very soft hair but even with me having slippage I can’t go the no moisture route & I wash my hair once a week. I’ve heard steaming is super hydrating as well
Sorry that you lost some of your locs. We are on the journey to we do not know where. At least you have clues as to what it could be and course corrected. As we all must do on any journey.Thank you for being honest about your journey. I needed every where you shared. Thank you.
This was really helpful. I want to restart my microlocs the right way so I'm taking notes. Roughly what size are your partings would you say? Quarter inch? What size would you do them if you had your time again?
a professional loctician should walk you through all of the size partings when you go for a consultation, and when they look at your hair theyll recommend what size and parting may work for you. At least thats what mine did.
I can relate. I have lost a few locs too and it really hurts.Mine happened mostly on the front edge, where my roots have historically been the weakest. I believe I have been doing a good job with moisturizing my hair, so I attribute the lost of my locs to the simple fact that it was a weak spot and that was going to happen sooner or later.
I am at 2.5 years (October 2021) and I have lost a couple of locs over the time span. One I lost because I was braiding my hair too tight and putting excessive tension on it. My hair grew back and my consultant established a new loc. I lost 3 locs in the front because of postpartum shedding. My consultant again just re-established new ones when my hair grew back. I now have a few that are shorter than the rest but I just live and let it go.
Hello, over the last few years my hair has been thinning out, I went from fullness to thinning & I absolutely HATE it. I'm ready to cut ALL my hair off & just wear lacefronts 😪😢 but I'm thinking about getting microlocs bcz I'm also sick of dealing with my hair (lifetime battle) and I'm thinking they'll look nice on me & my HAIR will grow back to fullness or even thicker - can I get this with microlocs or will my hair get worse? Thanks in advance
Surprisingly, dr bronners doesn’t strip my hair. I wash every 3 weeks and retwist every 6 weeks. BUT I moisturize everyday. I only use water and oil. That’s probably what’s saving me. I also use a clarifying shampoo. I’m terrified of product build up.
If you're not sick, stressed, vitamin deficient or having problems with your hormones, or just had a baby, then the single most common reason for loosing locs at the periphery is having them installed too tiny. So basically, it's not anything you did wrong. I follow a number of Sisterlock OGs who have had theirs for well over 12-15 years and noticed that those who didn’t seem to have a problem with locs breaking usually were between 350-399 or had the locs at their hairline done somewhat larger. Didn't look so nice in the beginning, but paid off eventually.
I have issues with my sisterlocks at the crown/edges as well. Not sure now often you get your hair retightened but I would definitely suggest getting your edges retightened every 1 1/2-2 months and you can keep the stronger parts on a longer time schedule (I do whole head every 3-4 months).
Your hair is absolutely beautiful! Love it❤ Did you mean Jesse hair salon in London? Can you please share their details? Just got in my microlocs and looking for where to retie. Thanks
Tip Top Salon in Boston Manor (Hounslow) charges about £30 an hour. Charges are a bit higher if it’s been over 8 weeks since your last retie. Hope this helps x
